San Sebastián

Basque Country Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basque Country, Spain in October.

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San Sebastián Bilbao Vitoria-Gasteiz Zarautz

Are you planning a trip a to Basque Country, Spain in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Basque Country in October

Basque Country, Spain is a region in Spain. October in Basque Country generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in San Sebastián.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Basque Country, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in La puebla de Labarca with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in San Sebastián with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. San Sebastián gets approximately 134 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Basque Country in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Basque Country.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Basque Country

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Basque Country, Spain?

Temperature range in Basque Country (October)

Precipitation variation in Basque Country (October)

San Sebastián

In October San Sebastián generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
134 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in San Sebastián →

Bilbao

In October Bilbao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
125 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bilbao →

Vitoria-Gasteiz

In October Vitoria-Gasteiz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
125 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vitoria-Gasteiz →

Zarautz

In October Zarautz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
134 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Zarautz →

Orio

In October Orio generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
134 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Orio →

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In our records: Spain October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Spain brought 300 mm (12 in) in Alicante on October 17, 1998.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basque Country in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Sebastián 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Bilbao 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Vitoria-Gasteiz 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Zarautz 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Orio 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Getaria 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Basque Country weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basque Country, Spain in October?

Expect tolerable weather across Basque Country, Spain in October. The popular destination of San Sebastián averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Basque Country, Spain in October?

Daytime temperatures in San Sebastián peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in October, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Basque Country, Spain get a lot of rain in October?

Basque Country, Spain sees substantial rainfall in October. San Sebastián typically averages about 133 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Basque Country, Spain?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Basque Country, Spain with overall tolerable weather in San Sebastián. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Basque Country, Spain is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in San Sebastián. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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